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Phos-Chek Fire Safety Group

­T­he Phos-Chek name has been synonymous with world-class fire fighting chemicals for over forty years. The people at Phos-Chek have been working in partnership with the USDA Forest Service and other international fire management agencies since the late 1950's to further the safety and effectiveness of aerially applied fire retardant technology. Our first Phos-Chek retardant product became available in 1962. As additional tools for the fire manager, in 1988 we introduced Phos-Chek WD 881 Class A foam and in 2005 Phos-Chek Aqua-Gel water enhancer. All of the Phos-Chek brand products have a long history of use aiding in effective fire suppression and are recognized world-wide for the excellent benefits they provide. We are committed to continuously providing fire managers and fire fighters with the safest, most effective, and environmentally friendly products available.

ICL Performance Products LP

The Phos-Chek Fire Safety Group is part of ICL Performance Products LP, North America's premier phosphate chemical manufacturer. To learn more about ICL Performance Products LP, visit the corporate website at www.icl-pplp.com.

Meet the Phos-Chek Management Team!

Eddie has leadership responsibility for the Phos-Chek business internationally. Eddie is based in the Philadelphia area and has been in the Phos-Chek business since 2001. His primary focus is to ensure that our customers receive the world-class products and service that Phos-Chek is known for. Eddie interfaces primarily with the leadership folks at the agencies and other valuable customers, but is available to anyone that needs help or has questions regarding Phos-Chek products and service.

Larry manages Research & Development for ICL Performance Products' Phos-Chek Fire Safety business. Larry has been responsible for the development of the Phos-Chek brand firefighting chemical products since 1966. He moved from corporate research in St. Louis, MO to California to assume additional responsibilities in Phos-Chek manufacturing and marketing in 1973. During the many years that he has been involved with the business, he has worked closely with Research & Development projects conducted by the USDA Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management and California Department of Forestry. He has participated, as well, in research projects in several foreign countries. Larry has authored numerous technical papers as well as domestic and foreign patents. He is a member of the National Fire Protection Association and participates on their Forest & Rural, Water Additives for Fire Control and Vapor Mitigation and Foam Technical Committees.

Melissa Kim
R&D Team Leader
Melissa.Kim@icl-pplp.com

Melissa manages Research & Development for ICL Performance Products' Phos-Chek Fire Safety business. She has been with the company since 2004 and operates out of Ontario, CA. Melissa has responsibility for the development of the Phos-Chek brand firefighting chemical products and provides assistance to all areas of the Fire Safety business ensuring product quality and technical support.

George joined the Phos-Chek Staff in 1992 after a career of over 31 years of service with the USDA Forest Service. In his role as New Business Development Leader, George will be exploring new markets for Phos-Chek and ICL products and he will be cultivating new partnerships and associations with other companies in the wildfire management arena. George is available to provide a full range of product information, training, and assistance for customers and potential customers.

Vinny is Operations Manager for the Fire Safety business located in Ontario, CA. He has been with the Phos-Chek business since 2003 and resides in Arcadia, CA. Over a 13 year career in the manufacturing industry, Vinny has held various positions in manufacturing, industrial and project engineering, project management, and business management. In his current role as Operations Manager, Vinny has responsibility for all aspects of purchasing, manufacturing, tolling and supply chain operations in the USA and Canada.

Karen has leadership responsibility for the Class A foam business. She resides in the southern California area and has been with the Phos-Chek business for over 28 years. Her primary focus includes identifying foam sales opportunities worldwide, determining best marketing and sales methods, maintenance and expansion of our dealer network, and managing development of training and education programs on Class A foam for wildland, municipal, and industrial applications.

Check back later to watch our Product Training Session. Learn more about our products and the differences between long-term retardants, Class A foams, and water enhancing gels. Video will be added soon!